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4 03, 2025

College Review: Furman University

2025-02-28T15:24:06+00:00March 4, 2025|College Spotlights|

We drove to Greenville, South Carolina to experience Furman University—a small liberal arts college with roughly 2,500-3,000 undergraduates and a lot to offer. Discovering Greenville, SC Greenville, named one of the best places to visit by The New York Times, is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This vibrant town boasts: Abundant [...]

3 03, 2025

College Review: Sewanee, the University of the South

2025-02-28T15:14:21+00:00March 3, 2025|College Spotlights, Uncategorized|

We visited Sewanee, the University of the South.  Known for its stunning campus, high-quality academics, and unique traditions, Sewanee—officially the University of the South—offers a distinctive college experience that goes beyond conventional expectations. A Campus Nestled in Nature Located on a mountaintop with over 13,000 acres of largely undeveloped land (affectionately [...]

2 03, 2025

How to Maximize Admitted Student Day Visits

2025-02-27T21:05:02+00:00March 2, 2025|Admissions Tips|

Admitted student days aren’t just a formality—they’re your family’s golden opportunity to uncover the true essence of a college campus. Instead of simply following a scripted tour, take this chance to explore resources that matter most to your student’s unique needs and get real talk from current students who live the experience every day. Plan [...]

1 03, 2025

How to Decide on a College After You’re Admitted

2025-02-27T20:56:09+00:00March 1, 2025|Admissions Tips|

Cue confetti cannons—you got accepted!  But now comes the real challenge: choosing the right college from all those acceptance letters sitting proudly on the kitchen table. Don’t worry—you’re not alone in feeling a little (or a lot) overwhelmed. Here’s how to break it down and make the best decision for you: List Your Priorities Academics? [...]

28 02, 2025

How to Read College Financial Aid Letters

2025-02-27T20:21:45+00:00February 28, 2025|Paying for College|

So, your student got into college—congrats! But now you’re staring at a financial aid letter that looks more like a puzzle missing a few pieces. Grants, loans, work-study… and where exactly is the part that tells you how much you are actually paying? You’re not alone. Colleges aren’t exactly known for making financial aid letters [...]

27 02, 2025

How Parents Can Manage Anxiety During their Teen’s College Admissions Process

2025-02-27T14:26:00+00:00February 27, 2025|Parent Advice|

Let’s be honest—watching your teen navigate the college decision process can be stressful. It’s a whirlwind of acceptance letters, financial aid offers, campus visits, and “What if they don’t pick the right school?” swirling in your mind. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. The college decision phase is one of the most emotionally charged moments for [...]

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